The Loudoun International Summit brings young people from around the globe to Virginia each spring for a week long cross-cultural exchange. The summit empowers local students and their peers from around the world to be informed and active global citizens
Engaged Community
School communities (students, teachers, administrators, families) increase their global competencies and cross-culture communication skills.
All international delegates are hosted by Loudoun students and their families, creating an enriching cultural experience for both host families and guests.
Empowered Students
Loudoun students and their peers from around the world examine diverse perspectives on the most critical issues facing the world.
Loudoun students engage in authentic leadership, as they work throughout the course of the school year to plan and facilitate the summit.
Lifelong learning for students and teachers alike, many of the relationships forged during the summit become enduring friendships and leads to other exchanges.
Exemplary Staff
Loudoun teachers develop and implement authentic lessons which incorporate the diverse perspectives of the visiting international students.
Teachers collaborate in meaningful ways with their colleagues at their own school and across the county to plan and implement the program.
Enriched Division
Loudoun schools develop partnerships with international schools that grow to include collaboration beyond the summit.